HPE 5900AF-48XG-4QSFP+ JC772A network switch 48x10G 4x40G

Network switch for dense server access

The HPE 5900AF-48XG-4QSFP+ is a Layer 3 switch built for high-density 10 GbE top-of-rack deployment. It suits large enterprise data centres needing ultra-low latency server connectivity and convergence of Ethernet and storage traffic. The platform also fits medium-sized enterprise core layers where virtualised workloads demand consistent performance.

Fits a 1U rack slot with 48 SFP+ and 4 QSFP+ ports

This 1U high unit mounts in a standard rack and provides 48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet expansion slots plus 4 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet expansion slots. The port mix frees up uplink capacity for aggregation while keeping cabling contained in a single rack unit. Transceivers and cables must be sourced separately to match the SFP+ and QSFP+ interfaces.

Thermals, noise and power draw in normal use

As a rack-mountable data-centre switch, it uses internal forced-air cooling designed for continuous operation in hot-aisle and cold-aisle layouts. Fan speed scales with internal temperature sensors to maintain safe ASIC and power-supply temperatures under load. Acoustic output is typical for 1U ToR equipment in a server room environment. Power consumption varies with port utilisation and transceiver types installed.